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Evolution Drafting

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Evolution Drafting

3.97(
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Customers say: Terrific value
3194 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."

Jim E on September 2025

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."

Jim E on September 2025



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Phillip Christensen Architect PLLC

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Phillip Christensen Architect PLLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I am a fully licensed architect in Illinois, Idaho and Oregon and have 11 years of professional architecture experience working on residential and commercial projects. -I listen intently and work towards your goals -Excited by new opportunities -Creative designer and thinker -I never stop learning -Very knowledgeable -Interested in innovative technologies and sustainability -Honest and upfront -Will explain the process fully and answer questions directly -Fully remote - Can travel when necessary -Only accepting projects in Illinois, Idaho and Oregon

"It was excellent. He's very prompt, professional, and I would also recommend him."

Justin J on October 2020

I am a fully licensed architect in Illinois, Idaho and Oregon and have 11 years of professional architecture experience working on residential and commercial projects. -I listen intently and work towards your goals -Excited by new opportunities -Creative designer and thinker -I never stop learning -Very knowledgeable -Interested in innovative technologies and sustainability -Honest and upfront -Will explain the process fully and answer questions directly -Fully remote - Can travel when necessary -Only accepting projects in Illinois, Idaho and Oregon

"It was excellent. He's very prompt, professional, and I would also recommend him."

Justin J on October 2020


Homeworx Pro

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Homeworx Pro

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Homeworx Pro is a veteran owned, fully insured and bonded home remodeling company that takes pride in providing an exceptional customer service experience. Owner, Scott, is a 6th generation "handyman". Learning the craftsman trade at an early age from his grandfather, Scott has over 30 years of experience in all aspects of home-repair, remodeling and renovation. Why Should you Choose Homeworx Pro? It can be scary to know who to trust for your home remodeling investment. You want someone who is reliable, honest and trustworthy. A company that you know will do an awesome job at a great price...and in a timely manner. For most projects, we do not require a down payment or deposit. We get paid when the work is done and you are completely satisfied! We encourage you to read our reviews, talk with us about your needs and by all means, ask us for referrals from our prior and current happy customers before making a decision. We are confident you will be thrilled with our quality services and workmanship! Call or email today for your free estimate!

"Scott and his crew were incredible to work with. They arrived on time, were professional every step of the way, and responded quickly post job to fix one minor problem. My wife and I were especially happy with how the jobsite was cleaned at the end of each day. HomeproX is a throwback company who takes care of their customer during and after the job."

Larry R on February 2019

Homeworx Pro is a veteran owned, fully insured and bonded home remodeling company that takes pride in providing an exceptional customer service experience. Owner, Scott, is a 6th generation "handyman". Learning the craftsman trade at an early age from his grandfather, Scott has over 30 years of experience in all aspects of home-repair, remodeling and renovation. Why Should you Choose Homeworx Pro? It can be scary to know who to trust for your home remodeling investment. You want someone who is reliable, honest and trustworthy. A company that you know will do an awesome job at a great price...and in a timely manner. For most projects, we do not require a down payment or deposit. We get paid when the work is done and you are completely satisfied! We encourage you to read our reviews, talk with us about your needs and by all means, ask us for referrals from our prior and current happy customers before making a decision. We are confident you will be thrilled with our quality services and workmanship! Call or email today for your free estimate!

"Scott and his crew were incredible to work with. They arrived on time, were professional every step of the way, and responded quickly post job to fix one minor problem. My wife and I were especially happy with how the jobsite was cleaned at the end of each day. HomeproX is a throwback company who takes care of their customer during and after the job."

Larry R on February 2019


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911 Restoration of Metro East

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911 Restoration of Metro East

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10 years of experience

911 Restoration of Metro East is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.

911 Restoration of Metro East is a full-scale water damage cleanup restoration company offering you peace of mind after a disaster. We provide water damage restoration, sanitization, mold removal, fire & smoke damage, reconstruction and everything in between with 24/7 availability. Take precautionary actions during the coronavirus. Our techs are trained to sanitize and clean your property with disinfection solutions and follow CDC and EPA protocols. Disasters can happen anytime due to pipe bursts, flood damage, roof leaks, storm damage or other water damage-related emergencies. Fortunately, our IICRC-certified techs will rapidly respond within 45 minutes to handle any water related emergency and help minimize damage.


Srote & Co Architects | Planners | Interiors

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Srote & Co Architects | Planners | Interiors

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Srote & Co Architects provides full-service architectural expertise and interior design in both residential and commercial markets. The firm's residential segment is specialized in the design of luxury homes and estate properties, while the commercial segment specializes in project master planning, programming and architectural design.

"Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm should be your first choice for your home building project, here’s why: In my first meeting with them I was a bit nervous but that quickly went away due to their professionalism, knowledge, qualifications and their personalities that made me feel at ease and like we were on the same page. After giving them several of my ideas as far as looks, layout, type of home and genre, I hit them with something I thought was going to scare or detour them from my project...the fact that I’m paralyzed and need a COMPLETELY ACCESSIBLE home! Boy was I wrong! They put me at ease with their knowledge of ADA laws and in describing several past projects they worked on with the same parameters. In a timely manner, they returned back with my DREAM HOME! I was in shock! After just our initial meeting, they drew up plans for something I have always pictured but couldn’t put on paper...they did it! I couldn’t be any happier with the design they provided. It is a testament to their attention to detail, knowledge and vast experience. After a few SMALL tweaks, we were ready to go. Throughout the building process, Schaub+Srote acted as my general contractor, due to my limited ability. They were at the job site constantly, talking with contractors and overseeing the project was not only done right, but in a timely manner. Throughout the entire build, I was given several updates as to work that was completed and upcoming work to be completed. They were at my disposal, through phone, conference calls, email, texts and even in person. Whenever I wanted to talk to them, they made themselves available. They NEVER made me feel like I was a bother to them or a disruption to their work, but rather a part of my project and the process. Throughout this process, I also worked tirelessly with interior designer, Heather Helms. She had the same level of professionalism, knowledge, experience and pleasant demeanor, as Schaub+Srote. She helped me pick EVERYTHING for my new home and balanced perfectly, the fine line of her knowledge with my tastes. I NEVER once felt she was over reaching or thinking all my ideas were horrible. I felt more like we were a team and she loved my ideas and she helped bring everything together! It is for these reasons I, not only, give Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm five stars, I will ALWAYS consider them family and maintain close contact with each and every one of them!"

Mathew C on January 2018

Srote & Co Architects provides full-service architectural expertise and interior design in both residential and commercial markets. The firm's residential segment is specialized in the design of luxury homes and estate properties, while the commercial segment specializes in project master planning, programming and architectural design.

"Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm should be your first choice for your home building project, here’s why: In my first meeting with them I was a bit nervous but that quickly went away due to their professionalism, knowledge, qualifications and their personalities that made me feel at ease and like we were on the same page. After giving them several of my ideas as far as looks, layout, type of home and genre, I hit them with something I thought was going to scare or detour them from my project...the fact that I’m paralyzed and need a COMPLETELY ACCESSIBLE home! Boy was I wrong! They put me at ease with their knowledge of ADA laws and in describing several past projects they worked on with the same parameters. In a timely manner, they returned back with my DREAM HOME! I was in shock! After just our initial meeting, they drew up plans for something I have always pictured but couldn’t put on paper...they did it! I couldn’t be any happier with the design they provided. It is a testament to their attention to detail, knowledge and vast experience. After a few SMALL tweaks, we were ready to go. Throughout the building process, Schaub+Srote acted as my general contractor, due to my limited ability. They were at the job site constantly, talking with contractors and overseeing the project was not only done right, but in a timely manner. Throughout the entire build, I was given several updates as to work that was completed and upcoming work to be completed. They were at my disposal, through phone, conference calls, email, texts and even in person. Whenever I wanted to talk to them, they made themselves available. They NEVER made me feel like I was a bother to them or a disruption to their work, but rather a part of my project and the process. Throughout this process, I also worked tirelessly with interior designer, Heather Helms. She had the same level of professionalism, knowledge, experience and pleasant demeanor, as Schaub+Srote. She helped me pick EVERYTHING for my new home and balanced perfectly, the fine line of her knowledge with my tastes. I NEVER once felt she was over reaching or thinking all my ideas were horrible. I felt more like we were a team and she loved my ideas and she helped bring everything together! It is for these reasons I, not only, give Schaub+Srote Architecture Firm five stars, I will ALWAYS consider them family and maintain close contact with each and every one of them!"

Mathew C on January 2018


Eml Builders

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Eml Builders

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We are a full home remodeling contractor. From top to bottom. We offer roofing, Windows, doors, decks, siding, kitchens, baths, basements, flooring.

We are a full home remodeling contractor. From top to bottom. We offer roofing, Windows, doors, decks, siding, kitchens, baths, basements, flooring.



Johnny G Carpentry, LLC

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Johnny G Carpentry, LLC

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27 years of experience

Carpenter Contractor, General Contractor, New Homes, Remodeling of Entire Homes, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Finished Basements, Decks, Small Repairs and much more. Small business with the owner always completing almost all of the work to a customer's satisfaction.

Carpenter Contractor, General Contractor, New Homes, Remodeling of Entire Homes, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Finished Basements, Decks, Small Repairs and much more. Small business with the owner always completing almost all of the work to a customer's satisfaction.


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Custom Home Builders questions, answered by experts

Framing is often the most expensive phase of building a house because it’s time-consuming and requires a lot of materials. It costs between $20,000 and $50,000 on average, depending on materials and labor costs. Before construction begins, it’s possible that purchasing land is the priciest step in the process. Some plots of land sell for $3,000, while others cost upwards of $150,000.

While it’s never too early to start planning for a major home improvement project like a home addition, give yourself at least a month or two to plan and design your addition, find a contractor, and get the permits in order. For larger projects like a second-story addition that require designing with an architect, plan on three to four months of preparation.

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

Modular homes can be a great investment, especially for those who find the prices of stick-built real estate too high. Modular homes are usually much more affordable because they’re mass-manufactured and then assembled on-site or delivered mostly assembled. If they’re installed properly and by professionals, they can last for between 50 and 100 years, potentially making them an outstanding investment.

Whether a prefab home is worth it or not will depend on your personal needs and preferences. Overall, prefab homes tend to cost less than traditional homes, although they also tend to have lower resale values. Another thing to consider is that prefab homes usually last 50 to 60 years or longer, while traditional homes last 50 to 100 years or more.

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